LaunchX, the leading global entrepreneurship program for high school students, has opened applications for its 2027 programs. Students can now apply to start a real company online or on campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, or learn the fundamentals in a 2-week online BootCamp. The earlier a student applies, the lower the application fee.
2 weeks, part-time (about 2 hours per day), $2,495
Learn startup basics alongside a global community of students. The best first step for anyone new to entrepreneurship.
5 weeks, full-time, $7,495
Start a real business with a team from around the world, guided by experienced mentors and founders. Teams launch into the market and aim for $250 in real revenue before Demo Day.
4 weeks, full-time, Ann Arbor, Michigan, $13,495
Build a startup on campus in an immersive, hands-on cohort. Tuition includes housing and food. An additional $250 international fee applies to students who are not from the United States.
All programs are designed for high school students ages 14 to 18. Financial awards are available.
LaunchX uses a single application for every Summer 2027 program. The application fee drops the earlier a student applies:
Students who apply by the Financial Award Deadline are considered for financial aid. Early applicants are compared against a smaller pool and have the best shot at getting a spot before programs fill.
The application takes 4 short sections: General Info, Activities Involvement, Academics, and Entrepreneurial Mindset. After an admissions decision, students use Mission Control to complete a Financial Award Application, schedule an interview, and pay their deposit and final payment, all in one place.
Applications are open now. Start at mymissioncontrol.app, or explore programs, costs, and deadlines at launchx.com/programs.
LaunchX empowers high school students worldwide to develop entrepreneurial mindsets and build real companies. Founded at MIT, LaunchX programs blend business fundamentals, innovation, and mentorship to help students go from idea to impact. With alumni across 100+ countries, LaunchX continues to redefine what's possible for the next generation of innovators.
